87728 Zip Code, Maxwell

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Maxwell

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 86
14% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 87728 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 87728 in Maxwell, NM has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Maxwell.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

87728 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Maxwell city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
167 +67% High
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

87728 Crime Map

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87728 Demographics & Context

Population
115
Median Income
$57,765
Home Value
$78,031
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.9%
Graduate Degree 7.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.5%
Black 3.1%
Hispanic 42.4%
Asian 0.3%
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Maxwell Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87728, Maxwell?

Zip code 87728 in Maxwell, NM has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 87728 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Maxwell.

Is Zip code 87728 a safe neighborhood in Maxwell?

Zip code 87728 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Maxwell, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Maxwell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87728?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87728 is Rape, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87728?

Zip code 87728 has a population of approximately 115. The median household income is $57,765. The median home value is $78,031. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87728 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87728's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Maxwell, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.